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Accounting

Taxes on split income hit home
~ Truck News (Dec, 2019)

Put incorporation on the menu
~ Truck News (Nov, 2019)

Don’t wait ’til year’s end for tax planning
~ Truck News (Oct, 2019)

It pays to buy fuel in the right places
~ Truck News (Sep, 2019)

What’s in a name?
~ Truck News (Aug, 2019)

Clearing the haze around the carbon tax
~ Truck News (Jul, 2019)

What your software won’t tell you
~ Truck News (Jun, 2019) - Download PDF

Keep or toss?
~ Truck News (May, 2019) - Download PDF

The clear-cut case for mileage logs
~ Truck News (Apr, 2019) - Download PDF

A different kind of tax fraud
~ Truck News (Mar, 2019) - Download PDF

Download your ELD data and other tax-prep priorities
~ Truck News (Feb, 2019) - Download PDF

Driver Inc. makes no sense for carriers, either
~ Truck News (Jan, 2019) - Download PDF

With PSBs, Driver Inc. doesn't make sense
~ Truck News (Dec, 2018) - Download PDF

A trucker's guide to CPP
~ Truck News (Nov, 2018) - Download PDF

When do I charge GST/HST?
~ Truck News (Oct, 2018) - Download PDF

The value of service
~ Truck News (Sep, 2018) - Download PDF

Where's my refund?
~ Truck News (Aug, 2018) - Download PDF

The corporation conversation
~ Truck News (Jul, 2018) - Download PDF

Get it right the first time
~ Truck News (Jun, 2018) - Download PDF

Let's review - Plan now for the rest of the year
~ Truck News (May, 2018) - Download PDF

Nothing new but the tried and true
~ Truck News (Apr, 2018) - Download PDF

Good news! You’re in business
~ Truck News (Mar, 2018) - Download PDF

Movin' On? Do it right
~ Truck News (Feb, 2018) - Download PDF

Are you audit-ready?
~ Truck News (Jan, 2018) - Download PDF

The real tax deadline
~ Truck News (Dec, 2017) - Download PDF

ELD logs are tax documents, too
~ Truck News (Nov, 2017) - Download PDF

Inbox or mailbox?
~ Truck News (Oct, 2017) - Download PDF

Driver services: The gig is up
~ Truck News (Sep, 2017) - Download PDF

Your business needs its own bank account
~ Truck News (Aug, 2017) - Download PDF

It’s not too early to think about your year-end
~ Truck News (Jul, 2017) - Download PDF

Why your chargeback looks Loonie
~ Truck News (Jun, 2017) - Download PDF

Just the alternative facts
~ Truck News (May, 2017) - Download PDF

The installment plan
~ Truck News (Apr, 2017) - Download PDF

Audits? Here's what CRA is looking for
~ Truck News (Mar, 2017) - Download PDF

Tax checkup: The more things change
~ Truck News (Feb, 2017) - Download PDF

CRA's new house rules take effect
~ Truck News (Jan, 2017) - Download PDF

It's incorporation season
~ Truck News (Dec, 2016) - Download PDF

The book-smart owner-operator
~ Truck News (Nov, 2016) - Download PDF

Sometimes, timing is everything
~ Truck News (Oct, 2016) - Download PDF

Easy as GST/HST; except by cheque
~ Truck News (Sep, 2016) - Download PDF

Planning to exit the stage
~ Truck News (Aug, 2016) - Download PDF

Solving an age-old problem
~ Truck News (Jul, 2016) - Download PDF

Three things to include in your tax plan
~ Truck News (Jun, 2016) - Download PDF

Tax-free bonus? That's bogus
~ Truck News (May, 2016) - Download PDF

An RRSP is not a rainy day fund
~ Truck News (Apr, 2016) - Download PDF

Just the ticket: How to manage receipts
~ Truck News (Mar, 2016) - Download PDF

Fire up the Wi-fi (and other tax to-dos)
~ Truck News (Feb, 2016) - Download PDF

Scamming season is here again
~ Truck News (Jan, 2016) - Download PDF

How times have changed
~ Truck News (Dec, 2015) - Download PDF

Not the boss of you
~ Truck News (Nov, 2015) - Download PDF

Talking shop - and taxes
~ Truck News (Oct, 2015) - Download PDF

Where the rubber hits the road
~ Truck News (Sep, 2015) - Download PDF

Service vehicles: Log it or lose it
~ Truck News (Aug, 2015) - Download PDF

The underground economy and trucks
~ Truck News (Jun, 2015) - Download PDF

What to do with your tax refund
~ Truck News (May, 2015) - Download PDF

Tips about meal tax deductions
~ Truck News (Apr, 2015) - Download PDF

March Tax Madness: Survive and advance
~ Truck News (Mar, 2015) - Download PDF

Deducting the costs of business
~ Truck News (Feb, 2015) - Download PDF

Cautionary tales of tax evasion
~ Truck News (Jan, 2015) - Download PDF

Five last minute tax tactics for 2014
~ Truck News (Dec, 2014) - Download PDF

Finance cost must-knows
~ Truck News (Nov, 2014) - Download PDF

Putting the truck in park for good.
~ Truck News (Oct, 2014) - Download PDF

The driver service dilemma
~ Truck News (Sep, 2014) - Download PDF

Phishy e-mail? Don't take the bait
~ Truck News (Aug, 2014) - Download PDF

What's in a name? Everything
~ Truck News (Jul, 2014) - Download PDF

You filed your taxes. Now what?
~ Truck News (Jun, 2014) - Download PDF

Why it pays to know the net fuel price
~ Truck News (May, 2014) - Download PDF

There's more to life than trucking
~ Truck News (Apr, 2014) - Download PDF

Six tax tips to not overlook
~ Truck News (Feb, 2014) - Download PDF

So CRA sent you a letter
~ Truck News (Jan, 2014) - Download PDF

Family gatherings: Rules for hiring relatives
~ Truck News (Dec, 2013) - Download PDF

Bad apple season
~ Truck News (Nov, 2013) - Download PDF

Five steps toward easier tax payments
~ Truck News (Oct, 2013) - Download PDF

Claiming and collecting GST/HST
~ Truck News (Sep, 2013) - Download PDF

Should you take a salary or dividend?
~ Truck News (Aug, 2013) - Download PDF

Incorporation: A tale of two circles
~ Truck News (Jul, 2013) - Download PDF

The Answer Man has a few questions of his own
~ Truck News (Jun, 2013) - Download PDF

Surprise! It's in the contract
~ Truck News (May, 2013) - Download PDF

Paying yourself and the taxman
~ Truck News (Apr, 2013) - Download PDF

Tax tips: Every bit helps
~ Truck News (Mar, 2013) - Download PDF

How to come up roses at tax time
~ Truck News (Feb, 2013) - Download PDF

More flags than in a pennant factory
~ Truck News (Jan, 2013) - Download PDF

How to find tax deductions in your financial documents
~ Truck News (Dec, 2012) - Download PDF

Early CPP and your tax bill
~ Truck News (Nov, 2012) - Download PDF

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Learn how to use CRA's online services
~ Truck News (Oct, 2012) - Source article

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Good value or cheap service?
~ Truck News (Sep, 2012) - Source article

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The trappings of tapping into your RRRSP
~ Truck News (Aug, 2012) - Source article

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Starting a business? Do some sole searching
~ Truck News (Jul, 2012) - Source article

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The keys to allocating shares in your company
~ Truck News (Jun, 2012) - Source article

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Serious business
~ Truck News (May, 2012) - Source article

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From tax prep to tax plan
~ Truck News (Apr, 2012) - Source article

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Tax Rx: Three tips for deducting medical expenses
~ Truck News (Mar, 2012) - Source article

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Four tips for filing your 2011 income tax return
~ Truck News (Feb, 2012) - Source article

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Tales from tax court
~ Truck News (Jan, 2012) - Source article

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To CPP or not to CPP?
~ Truck News (Dec, 2011) - Source article

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Make strategic use of your CCA
~ Truck News (Nov, 2011) - Source article

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Three decisions to make when you shop for a truck
~ Truck News (Oct, 2011) - Source article

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Four things you should know about filing online
~ Truck News (Sep, 2011) - Source article

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Recording the use of your service vehicle
~ Truck News (Aug, 2011)

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Deducting the use of a car, van or pick-up for business
~ Truck News (Jul, 2011) - Source article

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Two items for your financial planning agenda
~ Truck News (Jun, 2011) - Source article

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Stick to the schedule
~ Truck News (May, 2011) - Source article

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Three questions, two answers
~ Truck News (Apr, 2011) - Source article

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So, you got a letter from the taxman?
~ Truck News (Mar, 2011) - Source article

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Will Canada Pension Plan changes affect your retirement plans?
~ Truck News (Feb, 2011) - Source article

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Lessons from a tax cheat
~ Truck News (Jan, 2011) - Source article

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Meal deduction rates make 2011 a year to incorporate
~ Truck News (Dec, 2010) - Source article

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The long arm of WSIB
~ Truck News (Nov, 2010)

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Independent assessment: Don't leave employment status to chance
~ Truck News (Oct, 2010) - Source article

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Properly recording your GST and HST
~ Truck News (Sep, 2010) - Source article

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Plan ahead and make adjustments to improve 2010 tax year
~ Truck News (Aug, 2010) - Source article

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You never pay tax? I'm sorry to hear about it
~ Truck News (Jul, 2010) - Source article

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Four takeaways from tax season
~ Truck News (Jun, 2010) - Source article

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Why you should plan ahead for the July 1 HST deadline
~ Truck News (May, 2010) - Source article

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EI Benefits: Six questions self-employed people should ask
~ Truck News (Apr, 2010) - Source article

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Processing the process: Tips for filing your income tax return
~ Truck News (Mar, 2010) - Source article

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It's 2010, but you can still cut your 09 tax bill
~ Truck News (Feb, 2010) - Source article

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Open the mail - and other resolutions for tax payers
~ Truck News (Jan, 2010) - Source article

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It's in your interest: Take care, get help when deducting loan expenses
~ Truck News (Dec, 2009) - Source article

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Baby, you can drive your car (just log the miles)
~ Truck News (Nov, 2009) - Source article

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How to ring up a $20,000 tax bill
~ Truck News (Oct, 2009) - Source article

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Keys to successful IRP, IFTA, MJVT reporting
~ Truck News (Sep, 2009) - Source article

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Border-bound? Be ready this month for HVUT, HUT filings
~ Truck News (Aug, 2009) - Source article

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A blueprint for building your HRTC claim
~ Truck News (Jul, 2009) - Source article

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Stick to the schedule: Paying taxes in installments
~ Truck News (Jun, 2009) - Source article

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Should you take early CPP benefits?
~ Truck News (May, 2009) - Source article

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Tips for filing your tax return
~ Truck News (Apr, 2009) - Source article

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Don't Get Hooked by Fraudulent Tax Schemes
~ Truck News (Mar, 2009) - Source article

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TFSAs: A Shelter For Extra Savings
~ Truck News (Feb, 2009) - Source article

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The Trappings of Tapping Into Your RRSP
~ Truck News (Jan, 2009) - Source article

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The Bulletproof Tax Return
~ Truck News (Dec, 2008) - Source article

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Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration
~ Ministry of Transportation (Dec, 2008)

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Audits, Audits Everywhere
~ Truck News (Nov, 2008) - Source article

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Wait 'Til Next Year?
~ Truck News (Oct, 2008) - Source article

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It's Tax Planning Season
~ Truck News (Sep, 2008) - Source article

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Hanging Up The Keys
~ Truck News (Aug, 2008) - Source article

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Driver services: Employee or independent?
~ Truck News (Jul, 2008) - Source article

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An accountant's guide to cutting fuel costs
~ Truck News (Jun, 2008) - Source article

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Make sure your tax preparer knows trucking
~ Truck News (May, 2008) - Source article

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The three best places to look for tax savings
~ Truck News (Apr, 2008) - Source article

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Claiming 2007 Meals - Tax Talk with Scott Taylor
~ Truck News (Mar, 2008)

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Tips for Filing your 2007 Tax Return
~ Truck News (Mar, 2008) - Source article

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Sole proprietorships and partnerships
~ Truck News (Feb, 2008) - Source article

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Who owns your company?
~ Truck News (Jan, 2008) - Source article

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Firm footing for leap to incorporation
~ Truck News (Dec, 2007) - Source article

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Business travel logs: Don't leave home without one
~ Truck News (Nov, 2007) - Source article

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Deducting the use of a car, van or pick-up for business
~ Truck News (Oct, 2007) - Source article

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Slipping through the cracks is not a tax strategy
~ Truck News (Sep, 2007) - Source article

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Building a shop: Talk tax before turning a wrench
~ Truck News (Aug, 2007) - Source article

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Expecting a tax refund? Not so fast
~ Truck News (Jul, 2007) - Source article

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Per diem pitfalls: Meal expense strategy has drawbacks
~ Truck News (Jun, 2007) - Source article

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Questions remain about meal tax restoration
~ Truck News (May, 2007) - Source article

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Meal expenses as a tax strategy for incorporated O/Os
~ Truck News (May, 2007) - Source article

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Buying into the Biz: Acquisition Costs
~ highwaySTAR (Apr, 2007)

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Meal Claims: A full menu for owner/operators
~ Truck News (Apr, 2007) - Source article

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Meals: Play by the Rules
~ Truck News (Mar, 2007) - Source article

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Join the Lunchbag Letdown Campaign
~ Truck News (Feb, 2007) - Source article

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Time and Money
~ Todays Trucking (Dec, 2006)

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What's That Gaining On You?
~ Todays Trucking (Oct, 2006)

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Meal Claim Increase
~ OperateSmart Newsletter (Oct, 2006)

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All Together Now
~ Todays Trucking (Sep, 2006)

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Road Ready
~ Todays Trucking (Aug, 2006)

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Contracts
~ Truck News (Aug, 2006)

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Pay Day
~ highwaySTAR (Aug, 2006)

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Pay As You Play
~ highwaySTAR (Jul, 2006)

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Extras, Extras
~ Todays Trucking (Jun, 2006)

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The Fuel Tax Factor
~ Roll Audio Podcast [XM Radio] (Jun, 2006)

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A Better Deal
~ Roll Audio Podcast [XM Radio] (May, 2006)

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Pay Day!
~ Todays Trucking (May, 2006)

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Meals on Wheels
~ highwaySTAR (Apr, 2006)

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Loan Ready
~ Roll Audio Podcast [XM Radio] (Apr, 2006)

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Playing It Safe
~ Todays Trucking (Apr, 2006)

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Look Before You Lease
~ highwaySTAR (Mar, 2006)

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To El, or not to El?
~ Todays Trucking (Mar, 2006)

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6 Tax Tips for Truckers
~ Truck News (Feb, 2006) - Source article

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Meals on Wheels
~ Todays Trucking (Feb, 2006)

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Got a Receipt for that?
~ Roll Audio Podcast [XM Radio] (Jan, 2006)

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Taxing Tricks
~ Todays Trucking (Dec, 2005)

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How to be Your Own Taxman
~ Todays Trucking (Nov, 2005)

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Out of the Shoebox
~ Todays Trucking (Oct, 2005)

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Lease or Buy
~ Todays Trucking (Apr, 2005)

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Rx for Tax Time
~ Todays Trucking (Mar, 2005)

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Pre Tax Checklist
~ Todays Trucking (Jan, 2005)

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Smart Collateral
~ Todays Trucking (Nov, 2004)

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Innovative Truck Financing
~ Todays Trucking (Sep, 2004)

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Depreciation Tax Tips
~ Todays Trucking (Sep, 2004)

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Mapping the Audit Trail
~ Todays Trucking (Apr, 2004)

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Fuel Tax

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Audits - IFTA, MJV, IRP
~ Todays Trucking (Oct, 2004)

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Permitting and Licensing

Court Vacates NY State's Highway Use Certificate and Decal Fees
~ Permitax News (Feb, 2016) - Download PDF

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UCR Enforcement Update
~ Permitax News (Jan, 2010)

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Changes to HVUT
~ PLATEZ News (Dec, 2004)

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Hours of Service and Driver Safety

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It's the Captain's Log
~ Todays Trucking (Sep, 2007)

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Home-style Cooking
~ Todays Trucking (Aug, 2007)

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Other

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Leasing: Is it the right choice for you?
~ Truck News (Nov, 2005) - Source article

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Hazmat funding cancelled
~ GPS World (Oct, 2004)

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Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
~ Street Smarts (Oct, 2004)

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